Nikon D610 vs Sony A700
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Nikon D610 vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Announced October 2013
- Superseded the Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Announced December 2007
- Older Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Updated by Sony A77

Nikon D610 vs Sony A700 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon D610 vs Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the D610 (24MP) and A700 (12MP) and the D610 (Full frame) and A700 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

The D610 was brought out 5 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the D610 matches up vs the A700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A700 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D610 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D610 Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Sony A700
D610 | A700 | |||
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Announced | October 2013 | ![]() | December 2007 | Fresher by 71 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Nikon D610
A700 | D610 |
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Common features in the Nikon D610 and Sony A700
D610 | A700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon D610 vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D610 features exterior measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Sony A700 has proportions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D610 vs Sony A700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D610 and the A700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D610 and A700 is 56 and 58 respectively.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D610 and A700.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D610 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon D610 will provide more detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher D610 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D610 vs Sony A700 Specifications
Nikon D610 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D610 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2013-10-08 | 2007-12-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4272 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 gr (1.87 lbs) | 768 gr (1.69 lbs) |
Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 94 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.4 | 11.9 |
DXO Low light score | 2925 | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Two | Two |
Price at release | $1,600 | $1,000 |